Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Gather by the fire
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Balcony or patio
On-site fitness centre
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Washer/dryer
Pet-friendly
Explore the area
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
South Ponte Vedra Beach
Place, South Ponte Vedra Beach
1 min drive
Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve
Place, Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve
1 min drive
Guana Pine State Park and Wildlife Management Area
Place, Guana Pine State Park and Wildlife Management Area
1 min drive
Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig)
Airport, Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig)
44 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach!
The Great Escape is a 3 story, 4 bedroom, OCEANFRONT house that is located on the serene Ponte Vedra Beach. This gem boasts a 2nd story main living area, a 1st floor studio suite with private entrance and a 3rd floor loft. Sleeps 8
Welcome to The Great Escape! This oceanfront gem is located in the heart of beautiful, quiet and serene Ponte Vedra Beach. The house boasts 3 story beach living with amazing window and deck views and outdoor spaces, sleeps 8 and has been completely renovated from the ground up! Our Beautiful Beach House is nestled on a secluded stretch of beach that has no public parking or access nearby and is only 8 miles from historic downtown St. Augustine, just minutes from shopping, dining and the best tourist attractions. The home has a newly remodeled, studio, mother-in-law suite on the first floor with its own private entrance, private kitchen, bathroom, sleeping space with king bed, living room, 55` smart tv, laundry and outdoor space. The second story (the main living area) has amazing deck space overlooking Ponte Vedra Beach and the ocean and outdoor dining and grill that overlooks the gorgeous Atlantic Ocean. The main living area has an open floor plan with lots of sunlight, window views, eat-in kitchen and living room. The main level master bedroom has a king bed, and the second bedroom has a queen bed. The loft on the third floor has two addition twin beds for the comfort of your family and friends. Each bedroom has its own smart tv and clothing storage. The house sits just across from the Guana Ocean Environmental Reserve where you can hike, jog, kayak, and bike while surrounded by protected wildlife. More than 3,800 sea turtles hatch on Ponte Vedra Beach each year, and the Guana Reserve works hard to protect the wildlife that`s right outside our door! Outside on the property, enjoy visiting on the large balcony that includes a charcoal grill, a picnic table for beachside cookouts, reclining lounge chairs around the firepit for relaxing, and the perfect hammock for an afternoon siesta by the sea. This section of beach offers a lot of privacy, sounds and views of breaking waves, amazing seashells and some of the best surf fishing around, so bring your poles and catch dinner! In the evening enjoy the firepit while kicking back in the Adirondack chairs to enjoy the cool ocean breeze with a bottle of wine. Beach chairs and beach games are also provided! There is also a storage shed if you want to bring your own beach cruisers, poles and surf boards. More than 1. Quiet hours in town limits are from 9:30 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. and are enforced. 2. Absolutely no smoking/vaping inside the house. If you are smoking outside, all cigarette butts, must be disposed of properly and not left on the ground. Please return all outside furniture if moved, to the original location. 3. Maintain cleanliness at all times. Do not move furniture from its original location. 4. Maximum of two dogs per reservation, and the pet fee must be paid at the time of booking. No pets on furniture/beds. 5. Special events or gatherings/parties are not permitted during your stay. We must be made aware of the number of guests that will be staying and cannot exceed the maximum number of guests listed. Visitors are limited to two hours each day, not during overnight hours. No parking on the street please.
Checkout Procedures: 1. Please do your best to leave the house in good condition for the housekeepers. They very often have a limited amount of time to get the house clean and sanitized prior to the arrival of the next guest. 2. Remove ALL food and trash from the house. Place trash in the garbage bins provided for you and take to the end of the driveway to be picked up by the public waste management department (Garbage is Monday) Bring all bins back up to house after pick-up. 3. Start the dishwasher. 4. Gather all used bath linens and place in the bathtub. 5. Make sure thermostat is set 70 degrees, close all windows, and lock all doors.
***Additional fees can and will be applied to your reservation for leaving the house in excessive disarray, for damages or for leaving food and garbage inside the house.***
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1. Quiet hours in town limits are from 9:30 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. and are enforced.
2. Absolutely no smoking/vaping inside the house. If you are smoking
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1623253vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Ponte Vedra Beach
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in South Ponte Vedra Beach, a neighbourhood in Ponte Vedra Beach. World Golf Village is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vilano Beach and Anastasia State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Francis Field, or consider a night out at Castle Otttis.
Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve - 1 min drive - 2.1 km
Guana Pine State Park and Wildlife Management Area - 1 min drive - 2.1 km
Guana River Wildlife Management Area - 2 min drive - 3.5 km
Getting around
St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Whobley Whale Public House - 21 min drive
Circle K - 17 min drive
Dutch Bros Coffee - 24 min drive
Circle K - 24 min drive
The Spot - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach!?
As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach! on 19 August 2026 start from NZ$827, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach!?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach! located?
Located in South Ponte Vedra Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tolomato River, South Ponte Vedra Beach and Usina Beach. Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve and Guana Pine State Park and Wildlife Management Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our family had an amazing time and made memories to last a lifetime. The property was clean, the communication for check in and check out with the owner was exceptional, and the views were breathtaking. It was so nice having coffee, breakfast, and lunch feet away from the beach. We hope to return in the future.
My mom, sister and I booked for a quiet girls weekend. If you want quiet and privacy on the oceanfront, you cannot be this location. We stayed in mid-April for 7 days and there would be maybe one or two people walking by every couple of hours. Having the upper and lower units was a nice feature, but note that you can hear all conversations though the ventilation between the two floors, not an issue for us. The entire home was very clean when we arrived and provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay. I love to cook and found the available utensils, pans, etc very adequate, despite some other's reviews. The mattresses do need to be replaced, both my sister and I would have preferred more comfortable beds. Checkout cleanup requests were easy and very reasonable. Convenient proximity to St. Augustine and Jax. Unexpected bonus was the ability to enjoy both sunrise and sunset views. We would definitely stay here again.
Sara B.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Beth D.
31 December 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The location was excellent, but the house needed some upgrades, especially the towels and rugs!
The beach view is amazing. Private beach so was quiet and peaceful. And steps by the patio, so very easy access. The entire house was clean and all ready for our arrival. The host was awesome and very responsive. We would most definitely stay here again. I highly recommend it!
Great place to stay, right on the beach! Watched dolphins from deck! Kitchen was well stocked and the bed was very comfortable. Nice being close to St. Augustine. Would definitely stay here again
Great private location. Inside is a little beat but worth every penny
Ernest R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Bailey A.
19 May 2026
Liked: Check-in, location
The listing makes the place look bigger than it is. Smaller than expected. The beds were nasty, hairs in the sheets, pillows and master bed cover had stains and hairs all over. Had to wash all sheets and bed cover for the bed and the lower level bed, same way. There isn’t any hot water in the kitchen. The bathroom sink is useless, the faucet goes down in the bowl where you can’t wash your hands without touching the bowl. The water pressure for the second level shower is not strong enough you will need to use the lower level to shower. The stand the microwave is on is very wobbly, you have to hold it to open the door. The sliding door to the balcony needs replaced. The door will not open properly without using two hands and it has to be pulled hard and wiggled to open some. There is sand and grit down in the tracks. The furniture has stains on it. Need to cover to use. The air conditioner during the day gets up to 74, unit isn’t big enough to go below until early morning it was 70 but won’t drop below that. So if you like cold air, it won’t be like that. They do provide fans that do help with that. The beach is private which we did love and when it’s high tide the waves come up to the balcony. Overall the trip was good but listings for travel places never seem to be honest when it comes to trying to find a good place to stay.
Love this property! Our family had a wonderful stay. Cannot beat the location and the ocean views are amazing! House is super cute and the downstairs separate area was perfect. Would definitely stay here again and hope to!
This was our second stay at Great Escape and we will most likely return in the future. Being steps away from the beach and the comfortable house, keep us coming back.
My husband and I enjoyed all aspects of this cozy beach house during our 3-week stay. Great oceanfront location. Enjoyed both the sunny upstairs deck and shady downstairs deck. Very responsive host when we accidentally locked ourselves out after a long walk on the beach :)
Absolutely awesome!! Surf fishing was the best. We caught several varieties. Beach was not crowded as there is no public access to this part of the beach. Water was unusually clear for this part of Florida (so the locals tell me). House was great -- clean, stunning view from the living room. Communication with owner was fast and friendly. I hope to get the opportunity to stay here again.
If you’re looking for a vacation on the beach look no further. We stayed at the house most of the trip as we wanted as much time on the beach as possible. Private beach with immediate beach access as your back yard.